CHRISTINE ANN LEFEBVRE AND SCOTT CREAMER
David and Constance Lefebvre of Westerly announce the engagement of their daughter, Christine Ann, to Scott Creamer, son of Ronald and Janice Creamer of South Kingstown.
Ms. Lefebvre graduated from Westerly High School in 1997 and from the University of Rhode Island School of Nursing in May 2004. She is a registered nurse at William W. Backus Hospital in Norwich.
Mr. Creamer graduated from South Kingstown High School in 1998 and from John Hopkins University in 2002. He is currently a graduate assistant at the University of Connecticut, where he is also pursuing a Ph.D. in political science.
A wedding is planned for June 18, 2005.
SUSAN CHRISTINE BRATERIS AND ROBERT EDWARD DOWREY
Susan Christine Brateris of Stonington and Robert Edward Dowrey of Westerly plan to be united in marriage on Sept. 27, 2004, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Stonington.
Father Phillip Grogan will officiate the 3 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Jane and Paul Brateris of Stonington.
The groom is the son of Susan Routhier of Westerly and Gary L. Dowrey of Englewood, Fla.
Wendy Crandall, friend of the bride, served as the Maid of Honor, Elizabeth and Heather Dowrey, nieces of the groom served as the flower girls.
Gary M. Dowrey, brother of the groom, served as the Best Man, Sean Dowrey, nephew of the groom, served as the ring bearer.
James Brateris, brother of the bride, and Rebecca Jacoinski, sister of the groom, were ceremony readers.
The bride graduated from Syracuse University where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts and from the Quinnipiac School of Law where she obtained a Juris Doctor. She is currently employed by Pfizer, Inc.
The groom graduated from Westerly High School and is currently pursuing an Engineering degree at the Community College of Rhode Island. He is currently employed by General Dynamics.
A reception was held at the Jonathan Edwards Winery in North Stonington.
Following their marriage the couple spent ten days in Sweden.
Susan and Robert now reside in North Stonington.
ALYCIA JEAN SANTOS AND NICHOLAS JOHN PESSOA
Mr. Raymond J. Santos of Westerly and Ms. Kathleen B. Santos of Waterford announce the engagement of their daughter, Alycia Jean Santos of Providence to Nicholas John Pessoa of North Providence, son of Mr. and Mrs. Augusto Pessoa of North Providence. Ms. Santos is a 1999 graduate of Westerly High School and Mr. Pessoa is a 1997 graduate of North Providence High School. A July 16, 2005 wedding is planned.
AMY LYNN BLIVEN AND DENNIS JAMES SIEWERT
Vernon and Joan Bliven, of Pawcatuck, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Lynn Bliven, of Orlando, Fla., to Dennis James Siewert, son of Dennis and Shirley Siewert of Daytona Beach, Fla.
Miss. Bliven graduated from Stonginton High School in 1998 and from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 2002 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Chemistry. She is employed at the Florida Department of Law Enforcement as a Forensic Technologist and is working towards a Masters of Science in Criminal Justice at the University of Central Florida.
Mr. Siewert graduated from Osceola High School in 1992 and from Florida State University in 1996 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Chemistry. He is also employed by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement as a Crime Laboratory Analyst. He is currently seeking a Masters of Science in Forensic Toxicology from the University of Florida.
A July 2, 2005 wedding is planned in Pawcatuck.
MORIAH LAURA SPETER AND DAVID MATTISON GORNSTEIN
Dr. Benjamin Spector of Westerly is pleased to announce the engagement of his granddaughter, Moriah Laura Specter to David Mattison Gornstein, son of Ron and Sarah Gornstein of Philadelphia, Penn. Moriah has her Masters in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and works at Vitas Hospice. David is a computer programmer working for JP Morgan Chase. A wedding is planned for July 2005 in Philadelphia.
WILCOXES CELEBRATE 65TH ANNIVERSARY
John and Lois (Williams) Wilcox of 9 Newberry Lane, Rockville, celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on July 3, 2004 at a party given by their children.
The Wilcoxes were married on June 24, 1939, at the Hope Valley Baptist Church. The ceremony was officiated by Pastor Jonathan Nielson. Henry Wilcox, brother of the groom, was the Best Man. Mildred Williams, sister of the bride, was the Maid of Honor.
The couple has four children: Donald Wilcox of Richmond, Bruce Wilcox of Hope Valley, Sherryl Stedman of Ashaway, and Susan Stedman of Hope Valley. There are also eleven grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
Mr. Wilcox is retired from POSI-Seal and Warner Bros. Mrs. Wilcox is retired from the Hope Valley Pharmacy.
JEANETTE ADAMS AND PETER DENOMME JR.
Mr. and Mrs. Proulx/Adams of Charlestown announce the engagement of Jeanette Lynn Adams of Charlestown to Petty Officer Third Class Peter James Denomme Jr., USN, son od Mr. and Mrs. Peter J. Denomme, Sr.
Miss Adams graduated from Chariho High School in 2003.
Mr. Denomme graduated from Chariho in 2002 and from the U.S. Navy Nuclear Power School in June, 2004. He is employed at the USN Nuclear Prototype School,
A December 11, 2004 wedding is being planned.
MELISSA WEIER AND BENJAMIN MERRILL
Mr. and Mrs. Stuart William Weier of Watch Hill, formerly of Cohasset, Mass. are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Melissa Elizabeth, to Mr. Benjamin Augustus Merrill. Miss Weier is the granddaughter of Mrs. Virginia Kenyon Sellew and the late Marcy Burton Sellew of Vero Beach, Florida and Watch Hill. Her paternal grandparents are Mrs. Dorothy Cave Weier and the late William Schober Weier of Essex, Conn. and Shelburne, Vt.
Mr. Merrill is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Watson Merrill of Sherborn, Mass. and Islesford, Maine. Mr. Merrill is the maternal grandson of the late Mrs. Walter Denison Brooks, Jr. and the late Franklin Augustus Reece, Jr. of Dedham, Massachusetts and the paternal grandson of Mr. & Mrs. John Lee Merrill, Jr. of Charleston, S.C. and Islesford, Maine.
Miss Weier is a graduate of Thayer Academy in Braintree, Mass. and the University of Vermont. Miss Weier resides in New York City where she works for Mousse Partners.
Mr. Merrill, who also resides in New York City, graduated from Natick High School and the University of Vermont. Mr. Merrill works as an Associate in the Structured Finance Group for HSBC Securities in New York.
A June 11, 2005 wedding is planned in Watch Hill.
MARY LYNN TOSCANO AND JOHN ROBERT DAY IV
Mary Lynn Toscano of Westerly and John Robert Day IV of Stonington were united in marriage on July 10, 2004, at Dunn's Corners Community Church.
The Reverend Michael Vosler, uncle of the groom, officiated the 4 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Attorney and Mrs. John P. Toscano, Jr. of Westerly.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John R. Day, III of Noank, Conn.
Kimberly DePerry, friend of the bride, served as the Matron of Honor.
James Yacovino, friend of the groom, served as the Best Man. Dr. John P. Toscano, III, brother of the bride, Attorney James S. Toscano, brother of the bride, Michael Veal, friend of the groom, and John Lucas, friend of the groom served as ushers.
The bride graduated from Westerly High School in 1988. She also graduated from Providence College, with a Bachelors of Arts in mathematics and secondary education in 1992 and from Providence College in 2000 with a Masters in secondary administration.
The groom graduated from Stonington High School in 1988.
Mrs. Toscano is employed at Westerly High School.
Mr. Day is employed as an electrician with A-Z Corp.
A reception was held at the Foxwoods Golf and Country Club in Richmond.
Following their marriage the couple enjoyed a trip to Aruba.
AMY LYNN BLIVEN AND DENNIS JAMES SIEWERT
Vernon and Joan Bliven, of Pawcatuck, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Lynn Bliven, of Orlando, Fla., to Dennis James Siewert, son of Dennis and Shirley Siewert of Daytona Beach, Fla.
Miss. Bliven graduated from Stonginton High School in 1998 and from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 2002 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Chemistry. She is employed at the Florida Department of Law Enforcement as a Forensic Technologist and is working towards a Masters of Science in Criminal Justice at the University of Central Florida.
Mr. Siewert graduated from Osceola High School in 1992 and from Florida State University in 1996 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Chemistry. He is also employed by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement as a Crime Laboratory Analyst. He is currently seeking a Masters of Science in Forensic Toxicology from the University of Florida.
A July 2, 2005 wedding is planned in Pawcatuck.
SUSAN AND ROBERT DOWREY
Susan Christine Brateris of Stonington and Robert Edward Dowrey of Westerly were united in marriage on Sept. 27, 2003, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Stonington.
Father Phillip Grogan officiated the 3 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Jane and Paul Brateris of Stonington.
The groom is the son of Susan Routhier of Westerly and Gary L. Dowrey of Englewood, Fla.
Wendy Crandall, friend of the bride, served as the Maid of Honor, Elizabeth and Heather Dowrey, nieces of the groom served as the flower girls.
Gary M. Dowrey, brother of the groom, served as the Best Man, Sean Dowrey, nephew of the groom, served as the ring bearer.
James Brateris, brother of the bride, and Rebecca Jacoinski, sister of the groom, were ceremony readers.
The bride graduated from Syracuse University where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts and from the Quinnipiac School of Law where she obtained a Juris Doctor. She is currently employed by Pfizer, Inc.
The groom graduated from Westerly High School and is currently pursuing an Engineering degree at the Community College of Rhode Island. He is currently employed by General Dynamics.
A reception was held at the Jonathan Edwards Winery in North Stonington.
Following their marriage the couple spent ten days in Sweden.
Susan and Robert now reside in North Stonington.
ALISON GLADE DOUGLAS AND SHAUN PATRICK REGAN
Alison Glade Douglas and Shaun Patrick Regan were married on June 12, 2004 at Morgan United Methodist Church in Bessemer, Ala. Rev. Ryan Rosser officiated the 2 p.m. ceremony. A reception followed in the Family Life Center at the church.
The bride is the daughter of Patrick and Melanie Douglas of Bessemer, Ala.
The groom is the son of Patrick and Jo-Ann Regan of Westerly.
Katie Douglas, sister of the bride, and Tammy Hester, friend of the bride, both acted as maids of honor.
Bridesmaids were Elizabeth Chilcoat, Elizabeth Weathersby, and Lauren Dobbs.
Flower girls were Annie and Gracie Rockwell and Abigail Montgomery, friends of the bride.
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Anthony Bueno was the best man and the grooms father was an honorary best man.
Groomsmen were Dan Kimmel, Jeff Kimmel, Brian Elgle, and Brian Thrasher.
The couple celebrated with a local ceremony at the Westerly Health Center. The 3:30 p.m. ceremony was performed by the Hon. Diane Seemann on Saturday, July 17, 2004. A reception was held at the Watch Hill Inn.
The bride is a graduate of the University of South Alabama School of Nursing. She is a member o Chi Omega sorority and Alpha Theta Chi honor society. She is employed in Orlando, Fla.
The groom is a graduate of Rhode Island College and is continuing his education in law at the University of Central Florida. He is employed in Kissimme, Fla.
The couple enjoyed a honeymoon cruise the the Bahama Islands and now reside in Orlando, Fla.
BETHANY J. SISTARE AND MICHAEL P. KENNEDY
Bethany J. Sistare of Westerly and Michael P. Kennedy of Brooklyn, N.Y. were married on Aug. 7, 2004 at St. Piux X Church in Westerly. The brides brothers, Father John A. Sistare and Fr. Juniper Mary Sistare CFR, performed the 12 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of John and Valerie Sistare of Westerly.
The groom is the son of Patrick and Nina Kennedy of Center Moriches, N.Y.
The maids of honor were Julie Fabiano and Alicia Kennedy.
Melissa Tafone, Maureen Thompson, Carla Moody, Any Crussana, Dominique Guiteau, and Deirdre Coffey were bridesmaids. Teresa Thompson and Kathryn Kennedy were junior bridesmaids.
Nevaeh Sanchez, Antonia Thompson, and Angela Tafone were flower girls.
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The best men were Michael Campo and Matthew Kennedy.
Gary Williams, Chuck Kinane, Cliff Azize, Christopher Campo, Matthew Sanchez, David Miller, and Jeffrey Azize were groomsmen.
Ethan Sanchez and Kolbe Blier were ringbearers.
The reception followed the ceremony at Ocean Beach in New London.
The bride received her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Rhode Island College. She is employed at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital.
The groom is currently attending the Community College of Rhode Island studying social work. He is employed at the Stonington Institute in North Stonington.
The couple took a wedding trip to Italy. Bethany and Michael reside in Westerly.
ANNA KATHERINE MAYER AND GEORGE JOHN AIELLO
Anna Katherine Mayer and George John Aiello, both of Plantation, Fla., were married on Jan. 18, 2004 at the Island Community Church in Islamorada, Fla. Pastor Tony Hammon officiated the 4 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Eric and Ana Mayer of Plantation, Fla.
The groom is the son of Dave and Teri Aiello of Westerly.
Emily Capello was the maid of honor.
Bridesmaids were Andrea Haddad, Elizabeth Paccito, and Sarah Moseley.
Paula Mayer was the flower girl
David Maynard was the best man.
Groomsmen were George Mayer, Ethan Lucas, and Bob Jones.
Corey Aiello and Nicolas Mayer were the ringbearers.
A reception followed the ceremony at the brides parents house in Key Largo, Fla.
The bride received her Bachelor of Science in art and early childhood education from Northeastern University and her Masters in Education in literacy from Lesley University in Cambridge, Mass. She is employed by the School Board of Broward County in Plantation, Fla. as a kindergarten teacher.
The groom attended Chariho Regional High School. He attended American Intercontinental University in Weston, Fla. and received his Bachelor of Arts in business management. He is employed by Liberty Mutual in Sunrise, Fla.
The couple went on a wedding trip to Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands.
Anna and George live in Plantation Fla.
KRISTEN MARIE LIDESTRI AND KYLE BARRETT LESSIG
Ms. Susan Mitchell and Mr. Anthony Lidestri, both of Pawcatuck, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Kristen Marie Lidestri, to Mr. Kyle Barrett Lessig, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Lessig of Quaker Hill, Conn.
Miss Lidestri is a graduate of Stonington High School and of the Virginia Commonwealth University. She received a bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation and pre-physical therapy.
Mr. Lessig is a graduate of Waterford High School and received a Bachelor of Science in secondary education from the University of Hartford. He is currently employed with the Capital Area Soccer League as the director of player development.
The couple currently resides in Richmond, Va. They are planning a May 29, 2005 wedding.
AMANDA LAUREN BERTONCINI AND PETER EVERET CABRAL
Robert and Carol Bertoncini of Johnston are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Amanda Lauren Bertoncini, to Mr. Peter Everett Cabral, son of Gary and Margaret Cabral of Westerly.
Ms. Bertoncini is a graduate of Johnston Senior High School and is currently attending Rhode Island College. She is expected to obtain her Bachelor of Science in psychology in May 2005. She is employed by Home Instead Senior Care in East Greenwich.
Mr. Cabral is a graduate of Saint Bernard High School. He earned his Associates of Science from The New England Institute of Technology in video and radio production and is currently working towards a Bachelor or Science in telecommunication with a minor in management at Rhode Island College. He is also expected to graduate in May 2005 and is currently employed at the Audio Visual Department of Rhode Island College.
A July 8, 2005 wedding is being planned.
LISA MARIE PICHETTE AND CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL GAUDREAU
Lisa Marie Pichette of Pawcatuck and Christopher Michael Gaudreau of Baltic, Conn. were married on Sep. 4, 2004 at St. Michael the Archangel Church in Pawcatuck. Reverend Dennis M. Perkins performed the 2 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Edmond and Pauline Pichette of Pawcatuck.
The groom is the son of Mr. Michael Gaudreau of Baltic, Conn. and the late Debra Ann M. Gaudreau.
Rachael Seery-Hersant was the matron of honor.
The bridesmaids were Linda Berube, cousin of the bride, Alexis Dolock, Shannon Jackson, Nicki Rosenthall, Karyn Weighand, and Stacey Miller.
The flower girl was Victoria Hersant.
Christopher Martin was the best man.
The groomsmen were Eddie C. Pichette, Jr., brother of the bride, Thomas Bingham, Christopher Blake, Daniel Blake, Albert Walcheski, and Michael Muitewicz.
The ringbearers were Christopher D. Gaudreau, son of the groom, and Chance Gaudreau, brother of the groom.
A reception followed the ceremony at the Mystic Hilton.
The bride graduated from Stonington High School and received a Bachelor of Arts in journalism and communication from Keene State College in New Hampshire.
The groom is a graduate of Plainfield High School in Plainfield, Conn. and is employed at Foxwoods Resort and Casino.
The couple took a honeymoon trip to St. Lucia.
Lisa and Christopher reside in Westerly.
SILVIA GABRIELLE GENCARELLI AND CHRISTOPHER ROBERT SOUDER
Silvia Gabriella Gencarelli and Christopher Robert Souder were married on Sep. 25, 2004 at Immaculate Conception Church. Reverend Wilfrid G. Gregiore performed the 2 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Agostino Gencarelli of Westerly.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Souder of Gales Ferry.
Franca Luzzi was the maid of honor.
The flower girl was Katelyn Gencarelli
Scott Dahl was the best man.
The ringbearers were Anthony Serluca and Kyle Gencarelli.
A reception at the New London Country Club in Waterford followed the ceremony.
The bride is a graduate of Westerly High School and is employed at Foxwood's Resort Casino.
The groom is a Graduate of Ledyard High School. He is also employed at Foxwood's Resort Casino.
The couple took a honeymoon trip to Aruba.
Silvia and Christopher reside in Westerly.
HEATHER BROWN HOLLIDAY AND PAUL L. ROMANSKI
David and Pamela Holliday of North Stonington are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Ms. Heather Brown Holliday, to Mr. Paul L. Romanski, son of Joseph and Marilyn Romanski of Norwich.
Ms. Holliday is a 1990 graduate of Wheeler High School. She received her Bachelor of Arts in computer science from the State University of New York, Postdam in 1994, and her Masters of Business Administration from Clarkson University in Potsdam, N.Y in 1995. She is employed at the Computer Science Corporation in Norwich.
Mr. Romanski is a 1985 graduate of Norwich Free Academy. He is employed by United Parcel Service in Bozrah, Conn.
The couple was engaged while they vacationed in Aruba. A January 2005 wedding is planned.
AMANDA R. HUNT WEDS DAVID S. RAY JR.
Amanda R. Hunt of Columbia, W. Va. and David S. Ray, Jr. of Scott Air Force Base in Illinios were married at 2 p.m. on August 21, 2004 in a lakeside ceremony.
The brides parents are George and Linda Hand of Columbia, W. Va.
The grooms parents are David and Laura Ray, Sr. of Wallace, W. Va.
The maid of honor was Marie Asteramann.
Crystal Hunt was the bridesmaid.
The best man was Kevin Smith.
Aaron Smith was the groomsman.
The bride and groom honeymooned in an undisclosed location.
Amanda is a graduate of Columbia High School in Columbia, W. Va.
David is a graduate of Stonington High School. He is currently in the United States Air Force.
The newlyweds reside in Bellville, Ill.
LYNN CHRISTINA ENGAGED TO MATTHEW CUMMINGS
Charles and Linda Christina of Westerly are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Lynn Christina, to Mr. Matthew Cummings, son of Thomas and Nancy Cummings of New Jersey.
Miss Christina received her bachelor's degree from the University of Rhode Island. Currently she is pursuing her master's degree at Worcester State College in Massachusetts for speech-language pathology.
Mr. Cummings received his bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He is currently employed at a local Internet company.
A wedding is being planned for Oct. 1, 2005.
ELAINE THERESA BUDNIK ENGAGED TO ROBERT E. DECIUTIIS JR.
Mr. and Mrs. William H. Budnik of Charlestown are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Elaine Theresa Budnik, to Mr. Robert E. de Ciutiis, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. de Ciutiis, Sr. of Westerly.
Elaine is a 1998 graduate of Chariho Regional High School. She graduated magna cum laude from Nichols College, receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in marketing in 2002 and her MBA in 2003. Elaine is presently employed with The Washington Trust Company at their Warwick office.
Robert is a 1997 graduate of Westerly High School. He graduated magna cum laude in 2002 from the University of Rhode Island with a Bachelor of Science degree in marketing. Robert is employed with the National Accounts Team at American Power Conversions, and works out of their corporate office in Kingston, R.I. Robert has fulfilled his military obligation with the National Guard. He currently serves as a volunteer fireman with the Westerly Fire Department.
The couple is planning a September 2005 wedding.
HOWARD AND EDITH (FITZGERALD) BARKER CELEBRATE 60 YEARS
Mr. Howard and Mrs. Edith (Fitzgerald) Barker of Westerly celebrated their 60th anniversary on Nov. 25, 2004. They were married at the Perryville Baptist Church in Perryville by Rev. Robert Iverson on Nov. 25, 1944.
The maid of honor was Evelyn Mendenball.
The best man was John Gavitt.
Mr. Barker is retired from Cottrell, Co. Mrs. Barker is retired from the Stonington School System. They have two children, Meredith Barker of Glastonbury, Conn. and Franklin Barker of Westerly. They also have two children.
A small anniversary celebration was given by the family at the Watch Hill Manor, where Mr. Barker resides.
KRISTEN ANN MORRONE ENGAGED TO JOSHUA CAIN KENYON
John and Judy Morrone of Westerly are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Kristen Ann Morrone, to Mr. Joshua Cain Kenyon, son of Dwight Kenyon of Charlestown and the late Charlotte (Smith) Kenyon.
JUSTIN B. RABY AND LEIGH FOLEY TO WED
Mr. Justin B. Raby and Miss Leigh Foley are pleased to announce their engagement, as well as their plans for a Sep. 4, 2005 wedding on Orcas Island, Wash.
ALISON HARMA ENGAGED TO EMMET KAISER
David and Gisela Harma of Pawcatuck are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Alison Harma, to Emmet Kaiser, son of Rodney and Christine Kaiser of Syracuse, N.Y.
MARY MICHELLE MERCURIO ENGAGED TO ROBERT FRANCIS DEMPSEY
Albert and Mary Caswell of Groton are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary Michelle Mercurio to Robert Francis Dempsey, son of Deloris Dempsey of Pawtucket.
JOHN AND CARMELIA (SOUSA-LEANDRO) PEREIRA CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARY
John and Carmelia (Sousa-Leandro) Pereira of Pawcatuck celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on April 1, 2006, at the Calabrese Club in Westerly with their children, family and friends.
AIMEE TOWNSEND ENGAGED TO RYAN P. O'CONNOR
Suzanne Townsend of Westerly is pleased to announce the engagement of her daughter Aimee Townsend to Ryan P. O'Connor, son of Tim O'Connor of North Attleboro, Mass.
